Thursday, September 19, 2013

IT News Head Lines (TechSpot) 9/20/2013

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Grand Theft Auto V rakes in $800 million on opening day
Take-Two Interactive on Wednesday announced that Grand Theft Auto V delivered the highest first day sales of any title in the history of the company. What’s more, it’s also the fastest-selling game in the history of the franchise as it earned more than $800 million worldwide on opening day. ...

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Microsoft has "literally hundreds of ideas" for upcoming Xbox TV shows
With the Xbox One set to launch in 13 countries on November 22nd, Microsoft is actively trying to beef up its TV and video streaming content. Although you may have already heard about the Halo spin-off series that Microsoft is developing in conjunction with esteemed director Steven Spielberg, this is...

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BlackBerry to eliminate 40 percent of workforce before year's end
Less than 24 hours removed from BlackBerry’s latest smartphone announcement, we’re now hearing reports that the Canadian handset maker is preparing to eliminate up to 40 percent of its workforce by the end of the year. The layoffs will affect employees across all departments and will come in waves according...

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Google's proprietary AdID may replace third-party tracking cookies
The days of the traditional tracking cookie appear to be numbered as Google is reportedly planning to launch its own proprietary tracking technology called AdID. Such a move could have serious consequences on the $120 billion per year digital advertising industry while at the same time giving consumers (and Google)...

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iCloud website gets redesigned to match iOS 7, new icons, fresh app interfaces
Apple is ready to roll out its redesigned iOS 7 today with its new flat aesthetic and now the company has refaced its iCloud website to fit right in with the mobile operating system's new look.

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Apple launches iTunes 11.1 with iTunes Radio, iOS 7 ahead of new iPhones
The latest version of iTunes is now available for download and with it comes Apple’s long-awaited music streaming service. The update also includes support for iOS 7 devices and seeing as how the new mobile OS just went live, you’ll want to pick up version 11.1 of iTunes if you...

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Facebook plays host to more than 250 billion user photos
Facebook recently published a white paper concerning Internet.org, the social network’s plan to get the rest of the world online with the help of Ericsson, MediaTek, Nokia, Opera, Qualcomm and Samsung. In it, the company shared some rather interesting statistics related to the amount of media shared on the site. ...

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Infinity Blade III available now on the App Store
Infinity Blade 3, initially unveiled back on September 10 alongside the iPhone 5S, is available now on the App Store. This time around the game's plot will follow two playable characters, Siris and Isa, who have teamed up with the God-King Raidriar in order to take down the Worker of...

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Nvidia reveals 7-inch, $199 Tegra 4-powered Note for OEM partners
Nvidia has officially taken the wraps off the Tegra Note, an Android-powered tablet that hopes to shake things up in the already overpopulated market. Nvidia won’t be selling the slate directly but will instead rely on partners like EVGA, PNY Technologies and Zotac to handle that task.

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Round-up: Apple iPhone 5S and 5C reviews hit the web
Apple’s iPhone 5S and 5C are still two days away from officially hitting the market, but with iOS 7 rolling out today, the company is as usual lifting the review embargo for its latest devices a little early. The consensus is predominantly positive for both devices.

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Found: Science fair project uses Peltier to power battery-free flashlight
A 15-year-old high school student by the name of Ann Makosinski has invented a flashlight that draws power from the heat generated from the palms of your hands. Dubbed the “hollow flashlight,” it uses the Peltier effect (the same technology that was once the go-to method for extreme overclockers before...

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BlackBerry isn't giving up just yet, unveils 5-inch Z30 smartphone
BlackBerry isn't putting the cue in the rack just yet, today unveiling a brand new smartphone and the successor to the original BlackBerry Z10. Known imaginatively as the BlackBerry Z30, the new flagship handset packs the latest version of the BlackBerry OS, 10.2, into a body that, like its predecessor,...

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Structure Sensor works with your iPad to capture the world in 3D
Software specialist Occipital recently got into the hardware game with the help of PrimeSense, a company that created technology used in the original Microsoft Kinect. Together, the two have come up with a new product called the Structure Sensor – a portable 3D sensor designed to give mobile devices the...

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Windows 8.1 retail pricing & packaging revealed, full versions return
Although Windows 8.1 will be available as a free upgrade to everyone running Windows 8, Microsoft will still be offering retail versions for those who have yet to upgrade. Today Microsoft unveiled the pricing and packaging for these versions in the United States, while also revealing the switch from an upgrade...

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Mozilla Firefox 27.0 Nightly 1
Experience cutting edge features but with more stability.









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VIPRE Antivirus 2014
VIPRE Antivirus includes all the features you need to protect your PC against viruses and other malware threats. Best of all, it doesn't slow down your PC (even during scans and updates).









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Mozilla Firefox 26.0 Aurora 2
The absolute latest from Mozilla Firefox.









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PRTG - Free Network Monitor 13.3.6.3109
PRTG Network Monitor is the powerful network monitoring solution from Paessler AG.









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System Mechanic Free 12
System Mechanic Free is a complete suite of powerful system repair and maintenance tools.









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HWiNFO64 4.25-2005 Beta
Professional hardware information and diagnostic tools supporting latest components, industry technologies and standards.









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HWiNFO32 4.25-2005 Beta
A powerful system information tool for Windows.









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Inpaint 5.5
Magically Remove Elements From Your Photos.









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Google Chrome for Windows 29.0.1547.76
Chrome combines a minimal design with sophisticated technology to make the web faster, safer, and easier.









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Google Chrome for Mac 29.0.1547.76
Chrome combines a minimal design with sophisticated technology to make the web faster, safer, and easier.









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Google Chrome for Linux 29.0.1547.76
Chrome combines a minimal design with sophisticated technology to make the web faster, safer, and easier.









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Undelete Plus 3.0.4.918
Undelete Plus is a quick and effective way to retrieve accidentally deleted files.









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iCloud Control Panel for Windows 3.0
The iCloud Control Panel makes it easy to keep your contacts, calendars, and bookmarks up to date automatically between your iOS devices and Windows PC.









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Apple iTunes 11.1 for Windows 64-bit
iTunes is a free application for Mac and PC. It plays all your digital music and video. It syncs content to your iPod, iPhone, and Apple TV.









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Apple iTunes 11.1 for Windows XP, 7 and 8
iTunes is a free application for Mac and PC. It plays all your digital music and video. It syncs content to your iPod, iPhone, and Apple TV.









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Apple iTunes 11.1 for Mac OS X
iTunes is a free application for Mac and PC. It plays all your digital music and video. It syncs content to your iPod, iPhone, and Apple TV.









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Internet Explorer 11 Release Preview for Windows 7
Internet Explorer 11 Release Preview is a prerelease version of Internet Explorer 11. It includes enhancements to browsing performance, and better protections for your PC and your privacy. HereÂ’s your chance to be one of the first to try out the preview. We'll use your feedback to make the final product even better.









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Zortam Mp3 Media Studio 16.23
All-in-one Mp3 application and organizer.









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Nero Burning Rom 15.0.01300
The powerful burning software Nero Burning ROM allows you to burn your data, music and videos to disc.









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NoteIT 0.3.1
This application is a simple To-do and Memo organizer. You can store your loose txt files in memo items and also write down your next to-dos. Both are categorized in custom categories and a start screen shows the most important ones on start up.









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CopyTrans 4.851
CopyTrans is an easy solution to transfer music, videos, apps, playlists, etc from iPhone, iPad and iPod to PC or iTunes.









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Actual Transparent Window 8.0.3
Awesome semi-transparent desktop will inspire you at work! Learn more.









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Viber 3.1.1.60
Free calls, text and picture sharing with anyone, anywhere.









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Sticky Password Manager 6.0.13.461
Sticky Password Manager is an intelligent form filler and password management program.









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Password Manager XP 3.1.605
Helps systematize and store securely valuable information.









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